A Tap on the Shoulder: External Influences as Catalysts for Professional Change |
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Authors: | Delores E McNair |
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Institution: | 1. Gladys L. Benerd School of Education, University of the Pacific , Stockton , California , USA dmcnair@pacific.edu |
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Abstract: | Not all community college presidents begin their careers with the goal of becoming president, yet something causes them to alter their initial career paths to seek a presidency. Understanding how community college leaders make the decision to seek and subsequently prepare for a presidency can help identify candidates with the potential to fill anticipated vacancies, meet national needs, and lead innovation. This article explores one set of findings from a year-long study that reveals the importance of external influences as catalysts for changing a potential leader's career path. |
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